PhD in Biomedical/Medical Engineering

The doctorate in biomedical engineering at Washington University centers on research in one of seven interdisciplinary programs that cover frontier areas of the field. Core faculty work with a large group of affiliated faculty in research centers and pathways, giving students many directions to explore. Degree milestones include a core curriculum, a distribution requirement, a qualifying examination, a thesis proposal, a mentored teaching experience, and a research dissertation. The department publishes policies and regulations for PhD students that explain the requirements in detail. Doctoral students are funded in full, receiving tuition support, health and dental insurance, and a stipend for living expenses. Support is guaranteed as long as students make satisfactory progress toward the degree. Prospective students can explore the department's research programs and faculty before applying.